CARDINAL SHEHAN CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP

CARDINAL SHEHAN CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP

Summer Camp·1494 MAIN ST, BRIDGEPORT, CT 06604
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About CARDINAL SHEHAN CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP

CARDINAL SHEHAN CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP is a licensed summer camp serving families in Bridgeport, CT. The program offers structured summer programming that keeps children active, engaged, and learning during the break from school. Connecticut youth camps are licensed by the OEC and must meet specific health, safety, and staff qualification requirements. CARDINAL SHEHAN CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP holds license #YCYC.00245, verified through CT OEC. CARDINAL SHEHAN CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP has 151 parent reviews on Google with a 3.9-star average. Check whether the camp offers flexible scheduling (week-by-week signups vs. full-summer commitment). Many families mix camp weeks with family vacation time

Last updated April 2026

Summer Camp Services

Services offered by CARDINAL SHEHAN CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP:

  • Summer Programs
  • Swimming, sports, and outdoor adventure
  • Arts, crafts, music, and theater programs
  • STEM and academic enrichment activities
  • Field trips and special event days
  • Extended care options for working parents

Service Area

CARDINAL SHEHAN CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP serves Bridgeport and the surrounding communities:

Summer Camp in Bridgeport — FAQ

Do summer camps need to be licensed in CT?

Connecticut day camps are licensed by the CT Department of Public Health (DPH). Licensed camps must meet safety, sanitation, and staffing requirements including certified lifeguards for any swimming activities. Ask Bridgeport camps for their current DPH license and inquire about counselor-to-camper ratios and background check policies. CT's Care4Kids subsidy program may cover summer camp costs for income-eligible families — check care4kids.ct.gov for details.

How much do summer camps cost in Bridgeport?

Summer camps in Bridgeport cost $300-$800 per week. Specialty camps (STEM, sports) cost more. Full-summer discounts available. Registration often opens in January-February and popular camps fill quickly, so plan ahead.

Questions to Ask When You Visit

Before choosing a summer camp provider, bring this list to your visit or call.

  1. 1What is the daily schedule, and what activities are included?
  2. 2What is the counselor-to-camper ratio?
  3. 3How do you handle heat, severe weather, and outdoor safety?
  4. 4Are there options for extended hours if I work full-time?
  5. 5What training do your counselors receive?
  6. 6How do you handle homesickness or behavioral issues?

Summer Camp Costs in Connecticut

Average summer camp cost for toddlers in CT: $200-400/week. Rates vary by provider, location, and hours needed.

Financial Assistance

Care 4 Kids: Connecticut's Care 4 Kids program helps eligible families pay for childcare while they work or attend school. The program covers licensed family childcare, center-based care, and before/after school programs.

Apply for Care 4 KidsHelpline: 1-888-214-5437

Cost data: Child Care Aware of America, 2025. Subsidy info: CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC).

Provider data verified through CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) and Google Business Profiles. Last updated April 2026.

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Credentials

Licensed

License Verified

License #YCYC.00245
StatusACTIVE
Expires2026-06-30

Verified via CT OEC

State Inspection Record

33
Total Inspections
3
Passed Clean
Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025

226 citations across 33 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.

Common citation types:

Waterfront/swimming area director(s) certified, age >2016x
Background checks15x
Lifeguards certified14x
Swimming pools & bathing facilities13x
Ratios12x
View recent citations
Aug 5, 2025
b-Background checks
The licensee shall comply with the requirements pertaining to staff comprehensive background checks. A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the youth camp which shall inclu
Aug 5, 2025
Written parent permission
Except for nonprescription topical medications described, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written permission of the child's parent which sh
Aug 5, 2025
Written authorized prescriber permission
Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written order of an authorized prescriber which shall be on
Aug 5, 2025
Individual care plan(s)
The record for each camper shall include information regarding disabilities or special health care needs and an individual plan of care for a camper with special health care needs or disabilities, dev
Aug 5, 2025
b-Background checks
The licensee shall comply with the requirements pertaining to staff comprehensive background checks. A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the youth camp which shall inclu

8 investigations on record

Data from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) public records. Updated April 2026.

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